A pyramid looms up from this desert haven, guarded by a sphinx.†An excursion in ancient Egypt? No, itís the Luxor Hotel, one of the many magnificent illusions in this amazing city.

Behind the faÁade of a medieval castle, the Excalibur Resort contains more than 4,000 rooms in a mind-boggling blend of the Arthurian legend and spectacular kitsch.†The casino is entered via the Brooklyn Bridge and with an intense screeching and whirling, a double loop roller coaster winds its way over the heads of spectators and through the residential quarters of New York.

The Venetian is a superlative hotel and with its 6,600 spacious suites, it is the largest hotel in the world.†The rooms are furnished according to Venetian tradition and original paintings decorate the ceilings.

In the Eiffel Tower thereís a gourmet restaurant with a fabulous view over the Strip, plus a section of the Paris Opera House and next to it a magnificent replica of the Arc de Triomphe.

This flashing galaxy of multi-colored neon soon makes one forget the dusty rocky desert landscape which surrounds this fascinating city which is synonymous with entertainment, amusement and just about every dollar dream that is waiting to be turned into reality!